1968 Nissan President vs. 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 745 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan President | 1971 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | President | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
